Avoiding My Anxiously Attached Boyfriend
Welcome to "Avoiding My Anxiously Attached Boyfriend"! (AMAABF). A podcast that delves race, relationships and the LGBTQ+ community.
Join the first visual and audio LGBTQ+ podcast hosted by a mixed heritage couple! Get to know Faris (anxiously attached), who's always seeking reassurance, and Josh (Avoidant attached), who self-sabotaged every relationship, until this one! No matter how hard he tried.
This podcast came to fruition from long night chats in the garden with a cuppa, solving all of the world’s issues. Originally, starting as a podcast in our garage, to a beautiful studio in London.
We want this podcast to be a place our beautiful listeners can enjoy, have a laugh and escape yaylity!
So, join us and subscribe for new episodes every MONDAY! Peace, Love, and Rubber Gloves.
Episodes
102 episodes
Sexual Shame, Queer Therapy & The Gay Loneliness Epidemic: Dhiren Doshi-Smith
In this episode, we’re joined by therapist Dhiren Doshi-Smith for an honest conversation about therapy, queer identity, race, culture, sex and the shame so many gay men carry without even realising it. Dhiren specialises in working with queer, ...
Closeted Men, Bacha Bazi & Queer South Asians: Saad Zain
In this episode, we’re joined by Saad Zain for an honest and at times provocative conversation about growing up gay across Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Dubai and London and what queer life can really look like in cultures where sexuality is rarely spo...
Pretty Boys, Modelling & Coming out: Tyrell Trey
In this episode, we’re joined by Tyrell Trey for an honest conversation about modelling, sexuality, mixed-race identity, music, dating and the long process of figuring out who you actually are when you’ve spent years becoming what other people ...
Black Masculinity, Hookup Culture & The Gay Blueprint: Andrew Akuruka
In this episode, we're joined by Andrew Akuruka, author of The Gay Blueprint, for an honest and at times challenging conversation about gay identity, masculinity, race, sex and the expectations we place on ourselves and each other.Andre...
A*POP, Top Shortage & Heartstopper
After months of back-to-back guests, we're finally back with a solo episode... and there's a lot to catch up on.From sneaking into Tyla's exclusive A*POP listening party in London and sharing our first impressions of her new album, to d...
Queer Africans, Masculinity & IKAG: Blessing Kingsley
In this exclusive episode, we're joined by I Kissed A Girl season two's Blessing, one of the breakout personalities from the series. Known for her confidence, warmth and unapologetic masculinity, Blessing opens up about her journey on the show,...
Secret Relationships, Indian Identity & The Messy Masseria: Nikita Bharath
In this exclusive episode, we're joined by I Kissed A Girl season two's Nikita Bharath for her first ever podcast appearance. As the only contestant from the series still in a relationship, Nikita finally opens up about finding love with Pippa,...
Heartbreak, OCD & Kissing Girls: Faye Mcgrath
Faye McGrath first captured the nation's hearts on BBC's I Kissed A Girl, where her warmth, humour and vulnerability made her one of the standout personalities of the series. In this episode, Faye joins us to reflect o...
Cults, Santería & Reclaiming KFC: Cain Culto
Cain Culto is a queer artist, musician and creative whose work explores religion, spirituality, masculinity and identity. In this episode, we sit down with Cain to discuss growing up gay in the evangelical church, religious trauma, coming out, ...
Femphobia, Topping & Gay Pop Idols: JORDY
JORDY first caught the internet's attention with viral pop hits like Nice Things and Story of a Boy, but behind the infectious hooks is an artist navigating identity, masculinity and what it really means to be seen. In this episode, we're joine...
Turning Green, Mixed Race Identity & Kissing Boys: Ruben Bø Dower
Ruben Bø Dower first caught the attention of audiences on I Kissed A Boy, but behind the iconic green looks and unforgettable fashion is a thoughtful conversation about identity, creativity and belonging. In this episode, we're joined by artist...
Party Culture, Skins & The Sober Gay: Siôn Meirion
The Sober Gay has built a thriving online and real-life community for LGBTQ+ people exploring sobriety, and in this episode, we're joined by Welsh creator and community organiser Sion Meirion to talk about his journey away from alcohol and drug...
The Buzz, Ireland & The Kinkiest Boots: Liam McEvoy
Fresh from the West End production of Kinky Boots, we’re joined by performer, dancer and content creator Liam McEvoy for a conversation about queer joy, chosen family, musical theatre and finding “the buzz” in life.From landing his drea...
Sinners, Orisha’s & The Demonisation of Africa: Adwoa & Solomon
We’re joined by artists, storytellers and creators Adwoa and Solomon for a fascinating conversation exploring African mythology, folklore, spirituality and the stories that colonialism tried to erase.From how they met at university and buil...
Mighty Hoopla, Chosen Family & The Gay Poodle Algorithm: Glyn Fussell
We’re joined by Glyn Fussell, creator of Mighty Hoopla and co-founder of Sink The Pink, for a hilarious, emotional and deeply honest conversation about queer culture, identity and building spaces where people truly feel like they belong....
Smoggie Queens, Gay Brothers & The Stolen Parcel: Phil Dunning & Elijah Young
Smoggie Queens is the chaotic, camp and heartfelt BBC comedy following a group of queer friends navigating life, love and absolute mayhem in Middlesbrough and in this episode, we’re joined by creator and star Phil Dunning alongside actor Elijah...
Breaking Patterns, Masculinity & Little Mix: Claudimar Neto
We’re joined by choreographer and creative director Claud for a deeply honest conversation about identity, healing, relationships and what it means to truly come home to yourself. From growing up in Angola and moving to the UK at a young age, t...
Transitioning, Masculinity & Gender Euphoria: Zelah Glasson
We’re joined by Zelah, a Trans man, content creator and online coach, for an open and honest conversation about transitioning, identity and what it really means to navigate masculinity in today’s world.In this episode, Zelah shares his j...
The Arab World, Breaking Taboos & Comedy: Shaden Fakih
We’re joined by Shaden, a fearless Arab comedian and outspoken voice on identity, politics and freedom of expression, for a raw and unfiltered conversation about queerness, culture and resistance.In this episode, Shaden opens up about gr...
Attitude Magazine, Diversity & Cultural Change: Cliff Joannou
We’re joined by Cliff, Editor-in-Chief of Attitude Magazine and Rolling Stone UK, for an honest and insightful conversation about identity, media, community and what it really means to create cultural impact.In this epi...
Autism, Culture & Power Structures: Joris Lechêne
We’re joined by Joris for a powerful conversation on neurodiversity, identity & the systems shaping our understanding of the world.In this episode, Joris shares his perspective as a neurodivergent creator, unpacking how autism, ADHD...
NAFS, Safe Spaces & SWANA Creatives: Drew Demetry
We’re joined by Drew Demetry, founder of NAFS, for a powerful conversation about SWANA identity, queerness & community.In this episode, Drew shares his journey growing up between Denmark and Egypt, navigating religion, culture and se...
Masculinity, FLOODLINES & Beirut: Saleem Haddad
We’re joined by Saleem Haddad, novelist and writer, for a deeply personal conversation about identity, masculinity, love and what it means to belong.In this episode, Saleem shares his journey growing up across the Middle East, navigatin...
UK Black Pride, Intersectionality & Queer Activism: Lady Phyll
We’re joined by Lady Phyll, activist, community organiser and founder of UK Black Pride, the largest Pride celebration for Black and people of colour in Europe.In this powerful conversation, Lady Phyll shares the story behind building U...
The Empire, Wakanda & Ancient History: Helio Figueiredo
This week we sit down with Helio, essayist, historian and cultural commentator, for a conversation that completely reshapes the way we think about empire, masculinity, queerness and power.From Ancient Rome’s obsession with dominance and...
